Social Worker- Ref: SS06426

WMJobs; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Registration fees paid

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker (Grade G9) to join the Locality Adults Team in Walsall. The role focuses on strengths-based, person-centred practice to support vulnerable adults in achieving independence and positive outcomes.

You must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England, with a minimum of three years post-qualifying experience in Adult Social Care. The post offers hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification and active registration with Social Work England.
• Minimum of three years' post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
• Complete mental capacity assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act.
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care and support plans.
• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, care providers, families and partners.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and contribute to positive risk management.
• Support adults to promote choice, independence and wellbeing.
• Maintain high-quality recording and evidence-based practice in line with professional standards and local procedures.

Skills

Registration with Social Work England

Post-qualification experience

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Walsall Council

Experienced Social Worker: (Grade G9)– Locality Adults Team - Ref: SS06426

Grade G9: £44,253- £47,665 per annum

We are currently looking for an experienced Social Workers to join our well established, highly experienced and supportive Locality Adults Social Care Team in Walsall.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a strengths-based, person-centred service that supports vulnerable adults with to achieve positive outcomes, maximise independence, and live the lives they choose.

The successful candidates must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be actively registered with Social Work England. Applicants should have a minimum of three years' post-qualification experience working within Adult Social Care.

The Role

As a Social Worker within our Locality Adults Team, you will:

• Undertake strengths-based assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
• Complete mental capacity assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care and support plans.
• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, care providers, families and partner agencies.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and contribute to positive risk management.
• Support adults to promote choice, independence and wellbeing.
• Maintain high-quality recording and evidence-based practice in line with professional standards and local procedures.

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• A well established, very experienced and supportive team with strong management oversight and a commitment to excellence.
• Regular supervision, reflective practice and professional development opportunities.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Payment of Social Work England annual registration fees.
• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package, including discounted local gym memberships and other local and national employee benefits.

Additional Information

If you are passionate about making a difference, looking for stability, and want to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality social work practice, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lisa O’Callaghan, Team Manager, South Locality Adults Team, on telephone: [phone] or email: [e-mail]

Why Walsall?

Walsall is a great place to be a Social Worker. We are committed to strengths-based, person-centred practice that places the individual at the heart of decision-making. We believe in having the right conversation at the right time, working alongside people, families and communities to build on strengths, maximise independence and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Our team is known for its strong reputation for collaborative working, professional support and excellent practice. You will be joining a well-established, very experienced and welcoming team where colleagues work in unity to share knowledge, support one another and continuously develop their skills.

We are committed to investing in our workforce and offer a positive working environment where you will be supported through regular supervision, learning and development opportunities, and access to experienced managers and practitioners. We recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offer hybrid working, flexible working arrangements and a range of employee benefits.

At Walsall, we value diversity and are committed to promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practice. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve

Closing Date: 24th November 2026

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Job Description and Employee Specification

Important note

This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas.

Important note

When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this job vacancy. We are not accepting agency applications or referrals at this time.

At Walsall Council, we appreciate that AI can be a useful tool for ideas or guidance. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. Over-reliance on AI can make responses feel less personal, and we really want to understand what makes you unique. Your experiences, skills, and perspective are what set you apart, so please ensure your application as a whole – particularly your ‘Supporting Information’ – reflects your own voice.